Info about Henry Morrison Flagler

Henry Morrison Flagler (1830-1913) was an American industrialist and a key figure in the development of Florida's east coast. He co-founded the Standard Oil Company with John D. Rockefeller and later turned his attention to railroads and tourism in Florida. Flagler played a pivotal role in the construction of the Florida East Coast Railway, which facilitated the growth of cities such as St. Augustine, Palm Beach, and Miami. His investments in hotels, such as the famous Breakers in Palm Beach, helped establish Florida as a premier vacation destination.